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I am a CNA in the state of maine.
I'd describe my personality as easy going, helpful, and fun.
I like caring for seniors because it gives me a sense of purpose. I've been working as a CNA for 3 years and I love the relationships I build with the people I care for.
I'm looking for a job that offers flexible/part time hours...
Taylor can also help with: Companionship, home modification, errands, mobility assistance, light cleaning, personal care & more
Susan S.
Old Orchard Beach, ME
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Newly "Retired" Occupational Therapist Senior caregiver
Hello! I am a "newly retired" Occupational Therapist (OTR/L). I bring 23 yrs of extensive experience in caretaking and rehabilitation of folks. I have worked in Skilled Nursing, long term care/hospice, inpatient/outpatient, and home health care. I love my profession and after retirement I have decided to continue doing what I...
Susan can also help with: Home modification, dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
CPR
Wound Care
Elizabeth H.
Scarborough, ME
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
Highly Qualified Caregiver With OT Experience, And A Gentle Nature, That Will Treat You Like Family
I have been working in occupational therapy for over 10+ years, mostly in skilled nursing facilities, but also hospitals. I've worked both as a therapist, and also as the Director of Rehabilitation. These skills and knowledge will allow me to provide care that is truly unparalleled. My experience in OT, which focuses on ADLS...
Elizabeth can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Hi there! My name is Brittany! I was a CNA for a few years working in a facility and doing in-home services. I currently have a client I care for on the weekends. I was raised to show everyone the utmost respect and be kind. Aside from doing work as a CNA, I spent most of my life working in childcare (18 years). I am friendly, a...
Brittany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, dementia, errands
Skills:
CNA
I am looking for a part-time position as a Companion or nanny. I am a caring senior individual who enjoys working with the elderly and children to assist with their activities of daily living (ADL), and all needs including cooking, reading to my clients, and light housekeeping. No lifting with bathing or transport. Companionship...
Barb can also help with: Transportation, errands, companionship
Skills:
CPR
I have been working in Early Childcare Special Education for the last 30 years. I will be retiring and I am looking to return to working with the elderly which is where I started my career. I was an Activity Director in a nursing home for 10 years using my degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Before that I was a Certified Nursing...
Robin can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, errands
Skills:
CPR
Anne P.
Biddeford, ME
$20-25/hr
Part-time Caregiver Available for Help With Daily Life, Appointments and Visits!
My only experience in caring for a senior is the time that I was able to be with my father during his last several years. He and my mom would come to their summer home in Ocean Park, Maine every summer. In 2005 my father fell while walking his dog and broke his neck. He had no nerve damage, but this of course, was the beginning...
Anne can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, transportation, meal prep
I am a CNA with 15 years experience. I have worked in nursing homes , homecare and psych. I am also an HR director for a medical staffing agency. Looking to get back into caregiving full time. I am also a mother of 3 adult children. I have lots of patience and experience with all personalities. I'm very laid back and just love...
Shannon can also help with: Hospice services, meal prep, respite care, errands, light cleaning, dementia & more
Skills:
CNA
I am an OT by trade with 4 years of experience in various setting working with older adults. I also had the privilege and pleasure of helping care for my grandparents as they aged. I am looking for a low stress and rewarding secondary job helping people with their care needs and offering companionship. My ideal schedule would be...
Anne can also help with: Transportation, respite care, light cleaning
I have worked as a CNA and a PSS providing assistance and companionship to seniors in their homes. I enjoy this population and find this work very rewarding. I am currently retired but still very active and want to continue contributing by doing meaningful work.
Janice can also help with: Personal care, transportation, companionship, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Aimée and I'm a CNA. For my whole life I have always looked up to and had a special fondness for the elderly. Now that my children are older, I've been able to make time in my schedule to help give care to those in need. I have 5 years of experience. Two years providing private home care and three years working...
Aimee can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, respite care, dementia & more
Skills:
CPR
CNA
5.0
"Aimee is not only professional but compassionate as well. She cared for my mom as if she was her own family member. If I could give Aimee ten stars it still would not be enough"
Deb C.
Halee J.
Falmouth, ME
$22-40/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Halee. I am a dedicated, hard working, caring and compassionate caregiver with years of experience working with individuals who are diagnosed with Alzheimer's / Dementia. I would love to assist your loved one through their journey!
Halee can also help with: Light cleaning, hospice services, errands, dementia, companionship, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
Medical Equipment Experience
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Halee is working for my family now, caring for my Mom in her home. My mom is on hospice and has limited capabilities. We call Halee "Mom's angel". When we first hired Halee, we were impressed with how professionally she presented herself and how she confidently...
Betsy P.
5.0
(2)
Retired RN. My experience includes working in intensive care, anesthesia, and post-hospitalization rehabilitation. I have worked for two years in homes performing all forms of caregiving, including independent to bed-confined clients. My expertise includes diabetic care and all forms of memory care, including Alzheimer's,...
Laura can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, errands, light cleaning, companionship, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Laura is a very caring, experienced and knowledgeable caregiver. She is dependable, efficient and has great communication skills."
Nancy G.
5.0
(1)
Hi I'm Lisa!
I've been an in-home caregiver for 8 years. I love the people I work with and the work I do. Over the years, I've worked with clients who've been easy-going and fun, as well as clients that have been challenging due to Alzheimer's and Dementia.
I'm very passionate about senior care. I am kind, calm, patient and...
Lisa can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, hospice services & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
5.0
"My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa...
Shannon E.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have been a CNA for over four years now. I have worked in a wide variety of nursing homes where units such as rehab, assisted living, and long term care are present. I help residents preform their daily routines everyday along with spending time with them. Doing things like going for walks, arts and crafts, reading the...
Natalie can also help with: Hospice services, dementia, visiting nurse, personal care
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
5.0
"We hired Natalie to help with our elderly mother who had come to our home for hospice care. Her sweet disposition bonded her to all of us immediately. She was knowledgeable in many of the skills needed to care for the elderly. She blended into our home like part of...
David S.
5.0
(3)
I have a PSS (Personal Support Specialist) certificate and have been a caregiver for the elderly and disabled for about 15 years . They hold a special place in my heart and I like to treat each client with dignity and respect. I have experience working with individuals who have dementia / alzheimers and Parkinsons disease. I...
Desarae can also help with: Dementia, personal care
5.0
"Desarae provided my elderly parents with excellent care. She is dependable, caring, honest, compassionate and they love her. Both parents were ill and required assistance with meals, light housekeeping, laundry, medication and oversight.
Initially Desarae was...
Kathy W.
5.0
(2)
I am an Occupational Therapist with 20+ years of experience primarily with older adult and geriatric population (very comfortable with dementia clients) in a multitude of settings including 10+ years of home care. I can provide assistance with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming), carryover with home exercise programs,...
Alexis can also help with: Dementia, errands, companionship, hospice services, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
5.0
"She is compassionate, dependable, patient, caring, HIGHLY knowledgeable in her field SHE CARED FOR MY HUSBAND FOR OVER TWO YEARS! We grew to love and appreciate her and her qualities! She became one of the family"
Care member
5.0
(8)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Please note I am a Registered Medical Assistant, that option was not available.
I have been a middle school teacher and a RMA.
I have a powerful work ethic. Therefore I am reliable, dependable, trustworthy and dedicated.
I have a positive attitude about most things. I make lemonade.
My passions are yoga, reading, gardening (...
Jodi can also help with: Errands, dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, companionship & more
Skills:
CNA
Home Health Aide
Licensed Nurse
5.0
"Jodi is an outstanding resource. She is genuine and real and is everything you'd want in a care provider. She is compassionate, attentive, full of energy, forever positive, a problem solver and very dependable. She provided unbelievable care for my father and...
Ehren M.
Rachel A.
Sanford, ME
$22-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have been a caregiver for approximately 15+ years. I am compassionate and caring and understand the importance of reliable care. Excellent references provided upon request!
Rachel can also help with: Hospice services, personal care, errands, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia & more
5.0
"Rachel has so much patience and is very gentle. She took wonderful care of my mom and was a friend to my mom."
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a certified PSS (Personal Support Specialist) Caregiver/Companion with 13 years of experience caring for seniors aged 70 to 100. I have extensive experience working with Dementia/Alzheimer's clients and in 2016 received the Excellence in Long-Term Care Award from the State of Maine. In facilities, I have worked one on one...
Lai Jan can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, personal care
Skills:
Home Health Aide
5.0
"Jo is so respectful and hard working. We feel lucky to have found her. She is consistent in delivering a high work ethic and compassionate patient care. Any home would benefit from her caring nature."
Colleen M.
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Recent caregiver reviews in Saco, ME
Aimee M.
5.0
Our family is so appreciative of the loving, timely care that she provided for my Mom who was diagnosed with Dementia and eventually Alzheimer's.
She sat and talked, prepared meals, cleaned and spoke with my Mom in such a caring way. We loved having Aimee and couldn't think of anyone else we would...
- Care member
Halee J.
5.0
Halee is working for my family now, caring for my Mom in her home. My mom is on hospice and has limited capabilities. We call Halee "Mom's angel". When we first hired Halee, we were impressed with how professionally she presented herself and how she confidently suggested things that she could...
- Betsy P.
Laura R.
5.0
Laura is a very caring, experienced and knowledgeable caregiver. She is dependable, efficient and has great communication skills.
- Nancy G.
Lisa D.
5.0
My family and I had the pleasure and privilege of having Lisa work in our home for 2.5 years. Lisa always came in with a positive attitude and joy. My loved one could be a challenge. The level of care, professionalism and empathy she demonstrated blew me away. Lisa always went above and beyond...
- Shannon E.
Natalie R.
5.0
We hired Natalie to help with our elderly mother who had come to our home for hospice care. Her sweet disposition bonded her to all of us immediately. She was knowledgeable in many of the skills needed to care for the elderly. She blended into our home like part of the family at a very stressful...
- David S.
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FAQs for finding caregivers in Saco, ME
What caregiver services can I find near me in Saco, ME?
Most private senior caregiver services in Saco, ME will offer companionship, safety supervision, and assistance with daily activities in the comfort of the person's home. Caregivers can help seniors to move safely around their home, provide social and emotional support, assist with different degrees of personal care (bathing, dressing, or feeding), and help with meal preparations or light housekeeping. They can also help your loved one with medication reminders, and some can even drive them to any errand or doctor appointments around Saco.
How much does it cost to hire a caregiver in Saco, ME in 2024?
The average rate for hiring a caregiver in Saco, ME on Care.com as of June, 2024 is $22.25 per hour. This cost may fluctuate depending on the type of assistance needed by your senior loved one and the caregiver's experience and certifications.
How do I find private caregivers near me in Saco, ME?
There are currently 4 caregivers in Saco, ME on Care.com. You can filter and sort caregivers by distance from Saco, ME or zip code, although you can expand the radius of your search if you'd like to increase your options. From there, compare candidates by reading about their experience working with seniors, the type of caregiving services they provide, and their hourly rate. Be sure to run background checks and check references from other families in Saco before making a hiring decision.
Are private caregivers near me in Saco, ME background checked?
Yes, caregivers near you in Saco, ME on Care.com are asked to complete an annual background check called a CareCheck. Senior caregivers who complete this background check will have a badge on their profile displaying the date it was run. While CareCheck is a good start, we strongly recommend that you follow some additional steps for hiring a caregiver for seniors safely, which include interviewing candidates, checking references, and running your own background check. Visit our Safety Center to learn more.